Gary Hart drops out of the presidential race after being caught with part-time model (and full-time bimbo) Donna Rice.
The Dow Jones plunges to record lows in a single day on what will forever be called "Black Monday."
Reverend Jim Bakker resigns his PTL television ministry after being accused of sexual shenanigans by former secretary Jessica Hahn.
19-year old Matthias Rust of Germany surprises Russians when he lands his light plane in the middle of Red Square.
Cher wins "Best Actress" for her role in "Moonstruck."
Stockbroker Ivan Boesky gets jail time for insider trading.
Demi Moore marries Bruce Willis; Geena Davis marries Jeff Goldblum.
